2017

You may need a knee replacement, but either you or your doctor would prefer to delay the procedure until it is absolutely necessary. There are ways you can minimize pain and stay functional until it is time for surgery, such as:
Reduce Your Weight
Although losing weight is much harder when you have one or both knees affected, it can be accomplished by focusing more on your diet. Losing weight may not slow the progression of knee degeneration, but it may improve your pain, making it easier to delay your surgery and accomplish day-to-day tasks.…

If you have a sinus infection, you probably have pain or pressure under your eyes or in the cheek areas of your face. You could have a stuffy nose along with nasal drainage. The infection may even drain into the back of your throat and make you need to clear your throat or cough frequently. A bad sinus infection can be quite painful and uncomfortable. Here are some possible treatments your doctor might recommend.…

If your parents are elderly or disabled and are no longer able to take care of themselves safely, you may be worried about what’s going to happen to them. You actually have a few choices when it comes to senior care, and the type of care you use can be adjusted as the condition of your parents changes. With all the choices, you can probably find an option that your parents are happy with too.…

Whereas the drug heroin was thought to be the deadliest drug killer that has wiped out so many American lives from this planet, there is another drug epidemic that is reportedly more dangerous than heroin. That epidemic is now rampant in the form of a prescription drug epidemic. Prescription drugs are usually issued for chronic pain. The trouble is that countless thousands of American prescription drug users are not using prescription drugs for pain.…

If you’ve undergone a mastectomy, and are planning breast reconstructive surgery, it’s time to prepare yourself. Not just for the surgery, but for the entire process. You’re going to need time to heal after the surgery, but you’ll also need some time before the surgery as well. Here are four steps you can take to help you prepare for your reconstructive surgery.
Choose Your Own Time
Now that you’re planning your reconstructive surgery, remember that this surgery is about you.…

There may be instances where you will find yourself needing extensive medical care. To help patients that find themselves needing ongoing medical care, there are many home care services that patients may be able to retain for these needs.
What Type Of Individuals Benefit From Home Care Services?
It can be easy to assume that all of your treatment needs will need to be met at the hospital or other medical clinics.…

Living with Alzheimer’s disease often means having to make living arrangements that support the need for around the clock care. While visiting your loved one somewhere new feels strange, the truth is that you will discover that their new home has allowed them to thrive. However, it is always best to make a few preparations to ensure that you and your loved one both enjoy the visit. As you get ready for your visit, use these strategies to keep it going smoothly:…

Osteoporosis is a disease that is generally found in older women. Once you go through menopause, you have fewer hormones, such as estrogen, coursing through your body and helping to rebuild bone. Because of this, your bones become more and more porous, thus becoming more and more brittle in the process. This is why women with osteoporosis incur more broken bones than other people. But there are ways you can prevent falls and broken bones.…

Losing a parent at a young age is a traumatic and difficult situation for anyone to handle. Unfortunately, it can contribute to the development of serious mental health issues, especially borderline personality disorder or BPD. Why do children develop this condition and how can it be stopped?
Serious Trauma May Lead To Onset
BPD is a severe personality disorder that makes it difficult for a person to live a stable and productive life.…

When you have an anal fissure, one of the things that can make your discomfort worse is taking a large bowel movement. While many things, including your diet, can affect how large your stools are, people who resist the urge to move their bowels when the need arises can also end up with large stools that are difficult to pass.
While moving your bowels when you have the urge is important for reducing pain from a fissure, you may struggle with going when you’re out in public.…

About Me

While I was a healthy child and teenager, I, unfortunately, picked up the habit of smoking cigarettes when I was in my early 20s. I started smoking socially without realizing that smoking just a few cigarettes could quickly turn into a daily habit. I smoked for a few years before I became determined to quit to improve my health. After my first few attempts at quitting on my own, I almost "threw in the towel" and decided I was doomed to continue my unhealthy habit for life. I finally spoke to my doctor about quitting, and with their help, I am finally smoke-free! I am now dedicated to living a completely healthy lifestyle, and I never want to feel unhealthy again. I want to help others learn how to be healthy, so I decided to start a blog all about health. Come back often for tips on getting healthy!